Chemistry

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The goal of the Chemistry M.S. Program is to provide students with professional knowledge and technical skills above the B.S. level which will enhance their career potential and opportunities for advancing in their field.

The structure of the M.S. program is geared to suit the needs of a part-time student who is already employed in industry or education. Two tracts towards the M.S. degree are offered: (1) coursework only based M.S. degree; (2) coursework and research based M.S. degree. The first option is usually favored by the part-time and non-traditional students while the second one is more popular with the full-time students. * Learning Goal 1: Acquisition of fundamental knowledge of modern chemistry.
* Learning Goal 2: Engagement in the conduct of individual research.
* Learning Goal 3: Preparation for an independent research career.

Courses include:

* Chemistry of Heterocyclic Compounds
* Polymer Chemistry
* Statistical Mechanics
* Special Topics in Physical Chemistry

Students pursuing an M.S. degree are typically self-supporting, receive tuition support through their company, or hold exteral fellowships.

Qualified students are encouraged to apply for support from the Rutgers-Newark Minority Biomedical Research Support (MBRS) program. Students are also encouraged to apply for external funding from non-Rutgers sources (e.g. the National Science Foundation).

Accreditation

The Rutgers name is recognized everywhere, and a Rutgers degree makes a great first impression. Weve built our academic reputation on solid accomplishments:

* Rutgers is a memberso are Harvard, Yale, and Berkeleyof the prestigious Association of American Universities, the 61 leading research universities in North America.
* More than 175 Rutgers research centers support pioneering work in stem cells, climate change, DNA analysis, and more.
* Rutgers international reputation draws top students from more than 130 countries and all 50 states.